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Lose weight. |
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Avoid pain causing activities. |
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Regular exercise. |
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Avoid putting extra weight (obesity). |
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Use arm rest when possible. |
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Do not lift over 20 lb weight above the head or
shoulder level. |
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Use lumber support and recline the seat when possible. |
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Do not stoop. |
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Change position frequently. |
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Do not get overtired. |
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When standing for a long period of time, elevate
one foot on a footrest. |
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Never sit with the legs out straight. |
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Sit with the knees higher than the hips. |
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Never bend over to lift something of the ground
with the knees straight. |
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Move to the front of the chair and stand-up, keeping
your back straight. Use your hands to help if necessary. |
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Do not move furniture by pulling. |
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Sleep on your side with hips and knees bend. |
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Never reach for objects with high shelf. |
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Use equipments with long handles so that you do
not have to stoop. |
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Avoid sit ups and hip extension exercise. |
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Use firm mattress or soft mattress with a board
underneath. |
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Avoid getting your spine manipulated by a quake. |
